Interdisciplinary medicine and outstanding care under one roof
Cutting-edge medicine for two million people in the region
As the largest hospital in the Bavarian Swabia region, Augsburg University Hospital (UKA) combines cutting-edge medicine, research, teaching, and a strong corporate culture. Over 7,000 employees work daily in more than 24 clinics, institutes, and specialised centres, dedicated to providing the best possible care for our patients.
Our commitment: medical excellence, compassionate care, and forward-looking innovation.
University hospital with a future
Find out more about our history, our vision for the future, current construction projects and the most important developments in our annual review.
Actions and events
We open our doors and regularly invite people to special events that showcase our developments, successes and focal points in university medicine, research and nursing - from the Nursing Day at the UKA site, to the Career Camp for junior staff in Augsburg city centre, to the Safety Camp at Kongress am Park as the first conference for medical safety in Germany - open exchange, communication and education are important to us.
Our values
Respectful interaction, clear guidelines, and shared values form the foundation of everything we do. Our guiding principles outline the mission and vision of UKA, while the Code of Conduct establishes binding standards for our collaboration.
Research
Innovative research is our mission for the medicine of tomorrow. Together with the Augsburg Faculty of Medicine, we develop new approaches that are directly incorporated into patient care.
Education and Teaching
As a university hospital, we committed to shaping the future of medicine. In collaboration with the University of Augsburg, we train the next generation of doctors and healthcare professionals. In this way, we connect knowledge, research, and practice.
The heart of our care
Nursing care at UKA is a cornerstone of our interdisciplinary approach: competent, excellent, and compassionate. It supports our patients in all aspects of life, while also promoting research, academic development, and innovative projects.
Innovative projects
Research, digitalisation, innovation: Through our projects, we play an active role in shaping the future of university medicine – from high-tech solutions to patient-centred initiatives.
Owners and committees
As a publicly funded university hospital, our structures are transparent. Here you will find information about our sponsors, committees, and our Executive Board, which manages the UKA's affairs.
Executive board
Transparent structures, clear decisions. Here you can learn about the Executive Board - who is part of it, how it operates and what responsibilities it holds.
Sustainability
Through the UMAGG initiative, we are committed to sustainability, resource conservation, and responsibility for future generations.
Our goal: to promote harmony between health and the environment.
Our support associations
Achieving great things together: From financial support to voluntary advice and guidance for our patients, our support associations make a significant contribution to university medicine. Their donations and strong commitment enable us to undertake additional projects, provide state-of-the-art equipment, and provide targeted support for research and further development at the university hospital.
Christopherus air rescue station
The air rescue station at UKA is a key component of emergency care. With state-of-the-art technology and experienced teams, we ensure rapid assistance from the air.
Quality
Quality is our benchmark: We adhere to the highest medical, nursing, and organisational standards. Certifications and continuous development ensure sustainable excellence for the benefit of our patients at the University Hospital Augsburg.